The Shoes That Have Carried Me

A list of the types of shoes I’ve worn over my life: Kid’s Keds. A favorite of mine when I was little, white and navy blue. Patent leather little girl shoes for special occasions like Easter or Christmas (in white or black). Flip-flops, which, when I was growing up, were referred to as “thongs.” Pink…

Why I Bought Three Pairs of the Same Boots

Living in Ojai during the fall, winter, and spring months has taught me just how chilly the evenings can get. It’s not unusual for temperatures to dip into the high 30s in winter, or the low to mid-40s in fall and spring. That’s where my favorite footwear comes in. I have a pair of Clark’s…

Ways to Combat Early Morning Worry Sessions

I have been having trouble sleeping lately. Around 3 am, I wake up, go to the bathroom, then get back in bed only to have my brain start to whir. The whirring might be nice if it were centered on all the wonderful things in my life, but that’s not the case. Instead, I think…